Student Resources

Academic Advisors work to promote insight and understanding of degree programs, academic policy, and academic life at the First Nations University of Canada.

Advisors are available to assist students in the area of academic development. Referrals to community resources and support services are available. Confidentiality is assured.

Advisors are involved in a variety of information sessions, workshops and seminars. These include orientation and information sessions for new and returning students. Workshops in assertiveness, exam anxiety, stress, study skills, being a successful student, career development and effective leadership are offered throughout the academic year.

Please note that Sandy is available on the First Nations University of Canada’s Regina Campus every Wednesday. While on campus she can be reached by calling 306-790-5950 ext. 3123.

Computer Labs

Each campus of the First Nations University of Canada offers a fully equipped Computer Lab used for Computer Science and other academic programs. When not in use by classes, the computer systems in these labs are accessible free of charge to all students. Student-accessible computer systems are also available in the Library at each campus location. Students obtain access to First Nations University of Canada computer systems through the Registrar’s or Student Success Services Office.

Lab Rules

The following rules are strictly enforced. Failure to observe the rules can result in punishment from loss of computer privileges, up to and including expulsion:

1. Food or drink is not allowed in the lab.

2. Labs must be kept clean. Do not leave paper or garbage on the floor or desks.

3. Labs are for academic use only. Any use for private business or non-academic purposes, such as gaming, is not allowed.

4. Distribution of copyrighted material without proper consent is not allowed.

5. Viewing, downloading, printing, transferring, or emailing inappropriate material is not allowed. Examples of inappropriate materials are anything that is pornographic, racist, sexist or insulting in nature.

Counselling

(Regina Campus only) We offer individual counselling sessions to help support students as they work through personal challenges that impair their ability to succeed at school and in other areas of their lives. Contact Student Success Services to make an appointment.

Financial Aid

First Nations University students have a number of options for financial aid.

If you are of Treaty Status and are registered with a First Nation Band, you can contact your band’s post-secondary counsellor for funding procedures.

If you are of Métis ancestry, you can contact your Métis local for further information.

Be sure to look for housing well before the beginning of classes. Private housing options are available in all three cities, there are also several low-income and market rent housing agencies in all three cities.

First Nations University of Canada makes every effort to accommodate students with special needs. We work in conjunction with the University of Regina’s Office of the Coordinator of Special Needs Services to evaluate needs and seek methods to accommodate everyone.

For more information, contact the Office of the Coordinator of Special Needs Services at 306-585-4631 or refer to the University of Regina’s website.

Student Association

Each FNUniv campus has a Student Association. Keep up on their activities through Facebook:

Group and individual tutoring is available to all students registered through First Nations University of Canada. Tutoring Services connects you with the academic help you need, when you need it. If you’d like to find a tutor, simply contact Student Success Services at 1-800-267-6303. It’s all free because we care about you doing well, and we want you to be a better, more independent learner.

Writing Centre

The Writing Centre offers assistance for students at any stage of the writing process. The centre helps you build an understanding of the writing process and develop the skills you need to complete your writing assignments.

Whether you’re just starting a paper, stuck halfway through or ready for some final polishing, the Writing Centre can help. You can also bring in past papers for analysis and help that will improve your writing for your next assignment.

For more information on the Writing Centre, please contact the Student Success Services Office (Regina) at 306-790-5950 ext. 3001.